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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Little Rock, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine.

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About University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program

ACGME code
3400421083
Program director
Rani Gardner
Location
Little Rock, Arkansas
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
4
First-year spots
Applicants
337
Latest cycle
Interview rate
17.8%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
7%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program is a university Based Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program in Little Rock, Arkansas, sponsored by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 337 applications and invited about 17.8% of applicants to interview. That is close to the typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation interview rate of 16.6%.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 7% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 54 hours a week in their first year.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
4
Interview rate
17.8%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates33%
  • US DO graduates60%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs7%

Demographics

  • Women53%
  • Men47%
  • White47%
  • Asian47%
  • Black or African American7%

Contact and location

Program director
Rani Gardner
Program coordinator
Tamara Chunn
Coordinator phone
(501) 221-1311
Program phone
(501) 526-7732
Sponsoring institution
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine

Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 4301 West Markham, #602 Little Rock, AR 72205 Open in Google Maps

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

About 7% of residents at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program offer?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program offers 4 first-year Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation positions, and 4 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program received 337 applications and interviewed about 17.8% of applicants. The typical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program interviews about 16.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 250.

Where is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program located?

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program is located at Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 4301 West Markham, #602 Little Rock, AR 72205. Its sponsoring institution is University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine.

Who is the program director of University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program?

The program director is Rani Gardner. The program coordinator, Tamara Chunn, is the usual contact for application questions.